Towns & Villages around Exmoor

Whether you are looking for self catering accommodation on Exmoor or a luxury break in a top hotel, our towns and villages can deliver!

The heart of Exmoor National Park offers a haven from the busy modern world in which to simply relax and enjoy some ‘me’ time. There are plenty of peaceful rural retreats in its traditional unspoilt villages and towns.

Exmoor and the western coast offer traditional seaside fun. There are lots of outdoor activities and attractions, and its lively calendar of events and festivals means there are always plenty of things to do and see.

The villages that stud the skirts of the Quantock Hills AONB are tranquil and largely untouched by time. Many are blessed with great pubs!

Allerford
Allerford is a pretty village in the county of Somerset, England, located within Exmoor National Park, and is part of the parish of Selworthy in the district of West Somerset. One of the village's main attractions is the much-photographed Packhorse Bridge. Built as a crossing over the River Aller (from which the village gets its name), is thought to have been constructed in the 18th...

Bampton
Bampton in mid Devon lies close to the Somerset border, and is on the edge of Exmoor National Park. The town centre is a conservation area with almost 100 listed buildings. In recent times, Bampton has become famous for its floral displays. The town has won the national Britain in Bloom...

Barnstaple
Barnstaple is the largest town in North Devon situated on the River Taw. It is to the west of Exmoor. It has a large shopping centre and out-of-town supermarkets. It is on the Tarka Trail, a car-free cycle way and walk beside the River Taw and Torridge estuaries. It is also on the South West Coast Path. The Queens Theatre offers a high-quality selection of shows as well as a delightful cafe...

Bicknoller
Bicknoller village boasts a thatched pub, the Bicknoller Inn, and a small community shop and Post office. The Church of St George, dating from the 12th Century, lies in the centre of the village. Nearby is Halsway Manor, a centre for traditional music and now a venue for marriages. The...

Blue Anchor
Picturesque Blue Anchor Bay is situated between Exmoor National Park and the Quantock Hills. With its sandy beach, cafes, friendly pubs and an indoor swimming pool it is an ideal holiday destination and all within the sight and sound of the West Somerset Railway.